What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple?

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Free Street and arriving at Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Cardiff North Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Brecon to Barnstaple?

The distance between Brecon and Barnstaple is 181 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon to Barnstaple without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Abergavenny which takes 5h 52m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Brecon to Barnstaple?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Brecon to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Barnstaple bus from?

Brecon to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Brecon to Barnstaple is to train via Abergavenny which takes 5h 52m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Brecon to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Brecon to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Barnstaple is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Brecon to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2088+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Brecon to Barnstaple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brecon to Barnstaple by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Abergavenny
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 52m
£66–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 49m
£28–62
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Brecon to Barnstaplecar 149.1 mi
2h 43m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 21m
£73–150
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 23m
£76–145

Brecon to Barnstaple by bus, foot, and train

82Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.4 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Brecon, Wales and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Barnstaple via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Abergavenny, Newport (S Wales), Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Free Street to Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Bus Station in around 8h 49m.

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